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König Adolf Square, Idstein – Killinger House, Idstein loop from Idstein
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König Adolf Square, Idstein – Killinger House, Idstein loop from Idstein
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König Adolf Square, Idstein – Killinger House, Idstein loop from Idstein
00:42
2.71km
10m
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: August 15, 2026
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802 m
Idstein Market Square
Highlight • Settlement
Some restaurants with outdoor terraces invite you to linger. There is also ice cream!
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901 m
König Adolf Square, Idstein
Highlight • Historical Site
Around the König-Adolf-Platz are some of the most beautiful half-timbered houses far and wide. There's a lot going on here on a sunny day. There are good cafes, a bakery and restaurants. In the Middle Ages a market was held here and even today it is very pleasant to live here.
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1.26 km
Zum Schwanen Inn, Idstein
Highlight • Restaurant
Mostly German cuisine and pancakes with a surprising number of vegetarian options. Very friendly service.
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1.33 km
Killinger House, Idstein
Highlight • Historical Site
The town hall in Idstein was built in 1698: It has an ideal location, because behind the building runs a rocky outcrop, on which stands the old castle. After being destroyed by a landslide on 14. 2. 1928 it was rebuilt in the years 1932-1934. On 8 November 1947, a fire destroyed the town hall - destroyed primarily the sophisticated equipment of the hall and mayor's room, as well as parts of the staircase. In 1997, basic redevelopment measures were carried out on the ground floor (redesign of the foyer and establishment of a civil office). In addition, the roof rider and the installation of the carillon were renewed on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the town hall.
Source: Idstein-Live.de
Source: Idstein-Live.de
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1.33 km
The Leaning House in Idstein
Highlight • Historical Site
The Schiefe Haus in the former residence of the city of Idstein in the Taunus is a listed half-timbered house.
The leaning house characterizes the king Adolf place. It is addressed with Rodergasse 1/3. The double house number is due to the building history, which included a large extension.
The building stands next to the town hall in the area of the former moat of Idstein Castle. In the immediate vicinity there is also the archway building from 1497 with the stone bridge from 1566. The crooked house has four floors with two gables. Between the gables a uniaxial, narrow mansard roof is arranged. With the vertically accentuated proportions, the house is unusual for Idstein. Both gables have carved, gebulktragende pillars and a Schneckenornament. On the ground floor there used to be a passage with a gate, as evidenced by the surviving asft arch constructed fall.
The construction stands with the timing of the construction in the transition phase between traditional craft work to engineering design. Corresponding, for the time modern design features are perceptible, such as the mansard roof. It can also be assumed that the building was not designed as a professional but as a plaster construction. Fachwerk was at the time of construction as rural and unfashionable.
Source: Wikipedia (excerpt) "de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schiefes_Haus_(Idstein)"
The leaning house characterizes the king Adolf place. It is addressed with Rodergasse 1/3. The double house number is due to the building history, which included a large extension.
The building stands next to the town hall in the area of the former moat of Idstein Castle. In the immediate vicinity there is also the archway building from 1497 with the stone bridge from 1566. The crooked house has four floors with two gables. Between the gables a uniaxial, narrow mansard roof is arranged. With the vertically accentuated proportions, the house is unusual for Idstein. Both gables have carved, gebulktragende pillars and a Schneckenornament. On the ground floor there used to be a passage with a gate, as evidenced by the surviving asft arch constructed fall.
The construction stands with the timing of the construction in the transition phase between traditional craft work to engineering design. Corresponding, for the time modern design features are perceptible, such as the mansard roof. It can also be assumed that the building was not designed as a professional but as a plaster construction. Fachwerk was at the time of construction as rural and unfashionable.
Source: Wikipedia (excerpt) "de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schiefes_Haus_(Idstein)"
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1.51 km
Idstein Residence Palace (Residenzschloss Idstein)
Highlight • Castle
At the beginning of the 17th century, in the time of Prince Georg August Samuel von Nassau-Idstein, a castle in the style of the Renaissance was built in place of the outer bailey. An interior decoration in the Baroque style was completed around 1714. The master builder was Maximilian von Welsch, the stucco work, especially in the so-called Kaisergemach, were executed by Carlo Maria Pozzi. The ceiling and other paintings are by Valentin David Albrecht and Luca Antonio Colomba.
Source: Wikipedia (excerpt) "de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Idstein"
Source: Wikipedia (excerpt) "de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Idstein"
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1.58 km
Witches' Tower
Highlight • Castle
The Hexenturm (Witches' Tower) is Idstein's oldest surviving structure and the town's landmark. It was built in several phases around 1170, 1240, and 1500. After several smaller alterations and additions in the 18th century, it received its current appearance in 1810. The popular name "Hexenturm" follows a general trend of the 19th century and has nothing to do with the witch hunts that took place in Idstein in the 17th century.
Those who wish to visit the Hexenturm have the opportunity to do so during the opening hours of the Tourist Information. The key to the tower is gladly handed over in exchange for a deposit. For large groups, advance notice is requested. The key is only available when no guided tours are taking place or other restrictions apply.
From March to October, the Hexenturm guards are on the tower, and you can access the Hexenturm without a key on Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM and Sundays from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Those who wish to visit the Hexenturm have the opportunity to do so during the opening hours of the Tourist Information. The key to the tower is gladly handed over in exchange for a deposit. For large groups, advance notice is requested. The key is only available when no guided tours are taking place or other restrictions apply.
From March to October, the Hexenturm guards are on the tower, and you can access the Hexenturm without a key on Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM and Sundays from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
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1.78 km
Idstein Old Town
Highlight • Historical Site
Idstein is a pearl in Hesse and always worth a visit.
Idstein [ˈɪtʃtaɪn] is a town in the Rheingau-Taunus district in Hesse, Germany. It is located in the Taunus, north of the state capital Wiesbaden, and fulfills the function of a medium-sized center according to Hessian regional planning.
In 2015, Idstein was awarded the honorary title of "Reformation City of Europe" by the Community of Protestant Churches in Europe.[2]
Since October 2016, Idstein has been called "University City"
Source: Wikipedia (partial) "de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idstein"
Idstein [ˈɪtʃtaɪn] is a town in the Rheingau-Taunus district in Hesse, Germany. It is located in the Taunus, north of the state capital Wiesbaden, and fulfills the function of a medium-sized center according to Hessian regional planning.
In 2015, Idstein was awarded the honorary title of "Reformation City of Europe" by the Community of Protestant Churches in Europe.[2]
Since October 2016, Idstein has been called "University City"
Source: Wikipedia (partial) "de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idstein"
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2.71 km
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Parking
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1.28 km
637 m
441 m
304 m
< 100 m
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1.69 km
939 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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